Daycare Children Are Better Behaved and Advanced Stumbled upon this link. It’s from Globalnews. Just proves what we have said again and again. Having your child in a daycare center is good for them. They create social bonds, learn a lot and have fun. Plus with professionals working at the...

Children In Daycare Don’t Like Freeloaders! It never stops to amaze us how smart and just amazing children are. A new study from Yale University has shown that children dislike freeloaders and this can be seen as young as 4. Humans like to cooperate and will even sacrifice to keep...

How to Integrate a Service Dog into a Calgary Family A service dog is a great companion that can help their human in many ways, and more people than ever are using their services. Depending on your needs, your service animal may keep you emotionally well or assist you with day-to-day...

Preparing for Parenthood When You Have a Disability – Get Your Home and Life Ready (And Learn As You Go) When you have a disability and you’re about to become a parent, it’s important to find resources and start preparing so you’ll be ready when the time comes. Making sure your home...

What is one of the issues that many moms and dads have with their babies? Sleep regression! What is this? How can you stop it? We have the answers and a few tips to help you out! What is Sleep Regression? Sleep regression is the term given to those times in which your baby may

Do you take your kids outdoors much? Do you let them play outside whenever the weather is nice? According to new studies, getting time outside is in the best interest of children. However, all of us, still have those notions that perhaps it is best to stay inside. Ask yourself how many times...

Are you at that age when it’s time for your toddler to start potty training? For parents, it is going to be a long road ahead, and for those toddlers who are getting potty trained, they are going to fight you at every step. There are several parents out there who find that training a

How many parents struggle with the bedtime routine? There may be toddlers who swear they are not tired, babies who are fussy and simply don’t want to be laid down, and even older kids who defy you at every turn. What can you do? We have a few tips that can help you do just

It is easy for parents to lose sight of how lucky they are to be parents with all that kids put you through. For example, your three-year-old starts to throw a fit in the store, your older child is upset that you have not washed their favorite shirt for school, maybe your toddler spills a

For new parents, this is a time of constant change. You are adapting to having a new baby in the house. You may be worrying about finances, the health of your child, and the future. What are you going to do? Are you going to go back to work or stay home? Will people frown

One of the more important aspects that we, as parents, need to instill in our children is the idea that everyone should help one another. While many parents who have children in organized sports are worried about winning, what about children encouraging each other to have a good game? To try...

Learning how to apologize is very important to the healthy development of a child. Those who have children know that this can be rather difficult to get children to learn. After all, in their minds, they don’t understand why their behavior or their actions deem an apology. Rememberdeemis going...

Sibling rivalry…it’s a familiar term for many parents. And for many parents, they can relate when they also have siblings that they may have not always gotten along with. The hope of every parent is that their children are going to have strong bonds with one another. After you are gone, you want...

Lately, one of the trends that we are seeing online in terms of parenting is the counterintuitive parenting styles. These parenting styles are the opposite of what we have always been told to do. For example, instead of keeping sharp knives and instruments from children, let them have the knife...

After Calgary’s sudden return to winter last week, our daycare had to delay the switch from indoor mornings to outdoor mornings. But I can happily report that as of May 1, it looks like the students will be able to begin their mornings playing outside in the yard. Here’s hoping...

The Fidget Spinner: A Huge Craze in the Area For those who have older children, they probably have been asked to purchase a fidget spinner. But, there are kids who are using this who are still younger than five years old. What is the fidget spinner? Is something you should purchase...

The warmer weather is bringing out the pests that many people fear when they go outdoors…ticks! Ticks are those little bugs that can cause big trouble for those who are bitten by these. In fact, many doctors and organizations are warning people throughout Canada and the United States that the...

With summer here, what can you do with your kids to get them involved in more than the television? For kids who are attending 2000Days Daycare, they are still going to be on the same schedule in terms of what they are learning and doing. However, for parents who have older children or maybe they

Spring in Calgary is a muddy event, but one that holds a lot of appeal for children in daycare. Spring means puddles–and the start of a glorious tradition of summer community walks. Be sure to dress your little one in appropriate gear. They’ll probably need rain boots, a rain coat...

There are several parents who drop their children off at 2000 Days daycare, then rush to work. These same parents rush to the daycare to pick up their child and then head home. During the weekends, they are devoting all their time to checking their email or playing with their son or daughter...

Imagine this scenario: You are fixing a small snack for your child who is sitting patiently at the dining room table. As you chop up some strawberries to eat, it starts. Why is the sky blue? Why is the grass green? How come you don’t have a bedtime like me? Why do you make me

For those who have kids, more times than not, you are going to be asked about getting a pet. This is a huge decision for a family to make and should not be taken lightly! Pets can be a great way for kids to learn valuable life lessons, including responsibility. However, parents should determine...

When you have a child, you are super excited to welcome this new child into your home. You are wrapped up in the beauty of the baby and all that goes along with being the parents of a newborn. However, once the child is a few months old, both parents may find that they need

Cleaning is never a fun thing! As most parents will tell you, they spend most their weekends straightening up their home and cleaning, when they would rather spend some time with their families. That is why for this spring, we recommend getting the kids involved. While many people think that...

How many parents are dealing with runny noses? Sneezing? Watery eyes? And kids that may be a bit more on the whiney side than usual? Spring is a beautiful season. However, for those kids who suffer with allergies, it can be a time in which they feel awful. In fact, many kids can develop second

When most people think of the Spring, they often think of wonderful weather that is occasionally cool with a little bit of rain. However, they often think that this is the best time to take kids outdoors. After all, most Springs are not extremely hot, thus they do not have to worry about a child

One of the biggest obstacles that kids have these days is learning how to say they are sorry. And not just say they are sorry without meaning or adding in qualifications. One of the issues that many parents complain about is that their kids do not really know who to say sorry and mean it.

Here at 2000Days, we have several parents who are looking to put their son or daughter into a daycare that they can trust as they go back to work. For many of these parents this is the first time that they are putting a child into daycare, as they may have to return to work.

Eating a healthy breakfast for kids is vital! This is something that we have all been told throughout our entire lives, but for kids, a healthy breakfast can make a huge difference in how well they perform throughout the day. And parents, studies have also shown that you will function better if...

A competitive spirit is the idea that you want to win, and you are going to put forth the effort to do so. However, is encouraging the competitive spirit in kids the best thing we can do? There are professionals who believe that we should foster this, while others say that we should be fair

In an age in which children are often told to sit still, do their homework and calm down, movement is becoming restricted. In fact, may health professionals are warning that more and more kids are showing signs of obesity. Why is this? More kids are playing video games, playing on the computer...

We live in a society in which parents who drop their children at a daycare are often looked down upon. However, the same society often looks down on those parents who keep their children at home, rather than putting them in daycare. That is the beauty of being able to think for yourself. So...

One of the problems that you have when shopping around for the perfect Calgary daycare is that you often find yourself being placed on the dreaded wait list. The wait list is something that most parents dread. After all, finding that perfect daycare and then being told that you cannot put your...

When we think of hydration, we often think of adults who are out in the summer sun working constantly and who need to ensure they stay hydrated otherwise they risk heat stroke or other illnesses. However, did you know it is just as important for children to stay hydrated as well? Children should...

When you search online for ideas about how to reward good behavior in children and punish the bad behavior, one of the most common ideas is to use Good Behavior Rewards, with charts. These charts are meant to give your child a visual to show just how well they have been acting, along with how

At 2000 Days Pre-Kindergarten, getting ready for the holidays can be both exciting and overwhelming. This past weekend, all the students participated in our daycare’s Winter Recital. It’s a wonderful chance for parents and grandparents to see their little ones showing off their...

What is the one thing that most parents complain about? While most may respond with lack of sleep or not enough hours in the day, think about the last time you were rushing to get ready in the morning and get the kids to daycare. Did you feel as though you were going to lose

When that day comes to first drop off your child to daycare, it can take quite an emotional toll, and we aren’t just taking about upset children. Parents get just as, if not more, emotional than the kids. Why is this? For many parents, this is their first time of being away from their children

When looking for a daycare in the Calgary area, you may find several daycare’s that are focused more on just ensuring that kids are safe and in one place. Here at 2000 Days, we ensure safety and socializing with those kids who attend, but we also have a curriculum that we adhere to for each

Finding a Calgary daycare in which you are comfortable with is a daring feat. There are several daycare centers throughout the area, and more of these are appearing every year. However, not every daycare is created equal. Child care in Calgary is an area that is growing rapidly. Why is this?...

With the cold weather, here, kids need to ensure that they are being kept warm. There is an old wives’ tale that kids, in particular babies, do not need to bundled up as it is thought that their bodies will keep them warm no matter the layers they have. This could not be more false!

One of the things that we want our kids to know is how to be safe when they are at home. Though, parents and other caregivers may always be at home, there is always a chance of a child having an accident. In fact, at home accidents account for a large portion of emergency room

Most kids get a Christmas/Holiday or winter break from school, and for parents, this can be a stressful time. Why is this? Your kids may be bored, they may be begging for something to do, and chances are with the weather, you may not be able to send them out to play. So, what can

With the recent news of the Calgary library making it easier for kids to get access to books, reading is at the forefront of the mind of many parents. While we have looked at how to instill the love of reading into your child, there are also some ways in which you can encourage your

With the holidays approaching, chances are you will be going on a trip to see family or friends, and will be taking your children with you. Traveling with children can be an experience…one that many parents would not wish on their worse enemies. However, there are a few ways what you can make...

For those who have children and live in the area, finding a Calgary daycare may seem like an impossible decision. After all, you want your children to be well cared for, you do not want to be worrying about your children while working, and you also want this to be an area in which your

Ready for some fun? With Halloween right around the corner, a trip to a Pumpkin Patch in Calgary is definitely needed! This is a great way for kids to enjoy the great outdoors and for families to spend some quality time together. With this being said, we have gathered some of the local pumpkin...

Ready for some fun? With Halloween right around the corner, a trip to a Pumpkin Patch in Calgary is definitely needed! This is a great way for kids to enjoy the great outdoors and for families to spend some quality time together. With this being said, we have gathered some of the local pumpkin...

The weather in Calgary is getting brisker and the leaves are turning yellow. You know what that means–welcome to the new school year! Even though 2000 Days is a daycare, it feels like a school in many ways. One of those ways is the fresh start in September. The teachers have been cleaning...

Music is known for bringing about intense feelings, and in kids it can be a great teaching tool. That is why here at 2000Days we utilize ABC Music & Me developed by Kindermusik International. Why did we choose this program? For various reasons, including: It was specifically designed for...